Nursing (STAR) - Invercargill
Nursing
A course by
SIT
A foundation STAR course introducing students to basic nursing and support roles in health and wellbeing, only available to NZ secondary school students.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Invercargill, Invercargill
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Understand support worker roles
Describe the responsibilities and role of a support worker in health and wellbeing settings.
Safe handling techniques
Demonstrate knowledge of safe techniques for moving equipment and people in a care environment.
Mental health awareness
Identify and describe factors that contribute to mental health wellbeing and common challenges.
What You're Signing Up For
This STAR course provides secondary school students with a practical foundation in nursing and health support roles. Students learn about the responsibilities of a support worker, safe handling techniques for people and equipment, and factors influencing mental health and wellbeing. Ideal for those considering future studies or careers in health and wellbeing.
Course Content
- Describe the role of a support worker in a health or wellbeing setting (US23451)
- Demonstrate knowledge of techniques for moving equipment and people in a health or wellbeing setting (US23452)
- Describe factors that contribute to mental health wellbeing and mental health challenges (US26971)
What you need to know first
Enrolment via NZ secondary school's STAR/Gateway Co-ordinator
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Support Work
Nursing
Future employment opportunities might be
Progression towards healthcare or support work roles
Foundation for nursing studies and related health professions
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